Matsumoto Kōshirō X, a highly acclaimed and celebrated Japanese kabuki actor, was born Terumasa Fujima on January 8, 1973, in the vibrant city of Tokyo, Japan. His illustrious acting career has transcended the traditional boundaries of kabuki, as he has also made a significant impact in the world of cinema, featuring in a diverse range of films, including the critically acclaimed "April Story" released in 1998, the visually stunning "Ashura" in 2005, and the romantic drama "The Samurai I Loved" also in 2005.
Matsumoto Kōshirō X, a renowned kabuki actor, has garnered widespread recognition for his remarkable performances on stage. He has adopted various stage names throughout his illustrious career, including Matsumoto Kōshirō X, Ichikawa Somegorō VII, and Matsumoto Kintarō III.
Beyond his stage personas, Matsumoto Kinshō serves as one of his other notable names. However, his true identity remains that of Fujima Terumasa, a name that is deeply personal and significant to him.
Matsumoto Kōshirō X embarked on his illustrious kabuki career in the esteemed Kabukiza theatre in the year 1978, when he was bestowed the esteemed name Matsumoto Kintarō III. Subsequently, he took part in a momentous name-taking ceremony held at the Kabukiza in October 1981, a significant event that witnessed the assumption of new names by three generations of talented actors from the venerable Kōraiya guild.
